The Montreal Canadiens forward signed a one-year, two-way contract extension this week. Is it a good deal for the Habs? What about for the player?
Kent Hughes had one remaining restricted free agent to get signed before the end of the summer, and he managed to check that item off his to-do list earlier this week. Right winger Jesse Ylonen signed a one-year, two-way contract extension for the 2023-24 season.
The deal will leave Ylonen with RFA status once again next summer, giving both the team and the player plenty of options after this season concludes. But what about the term, money, and that two-way component of the contract? Does it benefit the Canadiens more, or the player? What are the pros and cons of the deal?
To explore this topic further, we invite you to listen to the latest edition of The Press Zone podcast, hosted by Amy Johnson. This weekly show provides Habs fans with the latest news, analysis, and commentary regarding the Laval Rocket, Canadiens prospects, and American Hockey League news.
This Week’s Show: TPZ ep 317 | New Contract for Ylonen
Segment 1 | Laval Rocket & Habs Prospects
- Rookie Tournament in Buffalo
- Sebastien Vaillant honored with AHL Award
Segment 2 | In Case Your Missed It...
- Did you catch our latest exclusive interviews on the Canadiens Connection podcast? In a two-part goaltending series, we were pleased to welcome former NHL goaltender Marty Biron to the show, as well as Shaun Richardson, the head goaltending scout for FC Hockey. Check out both episodes!
Listen to the Episode
You can listen to this episode of The Press Zone podcast here: New Contract for Ylonen | Press Zone ep 317